Mazda 3 Hatchback (2022 year). Manual in english — page 16

WARNING

Do not rely completely on the LDWS:

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The LDWS system is not designed to
compensate for a driver’s lack of
caution and relying too much on the
system could lead to an accident.

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The functions of the LDWS have
limitations. Always stay on course
using the steering wheel and drive
with care.

CAUTION

Heed the following cautions so that
the LDWS can operate normally.

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Do not modify the vehicle's
suspensions.

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Always use tires of the specified type
and size for the front and rear
wheels. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.

NOTE

The system may not operate normally
under the following conditions.

x

The white (yellow) lane lines are less
visible because of dirt or paint
flaking.

x

White (yellow) lane lines are less
visible because of bad weather (rain,
fog, or snow).

x

The vehicle is driven on a temporary
lane or section with a closed lane
resulting from construction where
there might be multiple white
(yellow) lane lines, or they are
interrupted.

x

The camera picks up an obscure line,
such as a temporary line being used
for construction, or because of
shade, unmelted snow, or grooves
filled with water.

x

The surrounding brightness suddenly
changes such as when entering or
exiting a tunnel.

x

Back-light is reflected off the road
surface.

x

The road surface is wet and shiny
after rain, or there are puddles on
the road.

x

The width of a lane is excessively
narrow.

x

The vehicle is driven on roads with
tight curves.

x

Heavy luggage is loaded in the
trunk/luggage compartment or on
the rear seat causing the vehicle to
tilt.

x

The vehicle is driven through a fork in
the road or a junction.

x

The shade of a guardrail parallel to a
white (yellow) lane line is cast on the
road.

x

The illumination of the headlights is
weakened because of dirt or the
optical axis is deviated at night.

x

The road is excessively uneven.

x

The vehicle is shaken after hitting a
road bump.

x

A vehicle in front of your vehicle is
running near a white (yellow) lane
line making it less visible.

x

The windshield is dirty or foggy.

x

Strong light is directed from the front
of the vehicle (such as sunlight, or
headlights (high-beam) of
on-coming vehicles).

x

The vehicle is driven through an
intersection or a roundabout.

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When the System Operates

When the ignition is switched ON, the
i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/
risk avoidance support system) (white)
turns on and the system goes on
standby.

NOTE

If the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol
(warning/risk avoidance support
system) (white) does not turn on, the
system is canceled using the
i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch or the
personalization feature.

Operation conditions

When all of the following conditions
are met, the i-ACTIVSENSE status
symbol (warning/risk avoidance
support system) on the
multi-information display changes
from white to green and the system
becomes operational.

x

The ignition is switched ON.

x

The vehicle speed is about 64 km/h
(40 mph) or faster.

x

The system detects white (yellow)
lane lines.

NOTE

When the system does not detect a
white (yellow) lane line on one side
only, the system does not operate on
the side that is not being detected.

When temporarily canceling the
system

The LDWS goes on standby in the
following cases: The LDWS operation
is automatically restored when the
system's operation conditions are met.

x

The system cannot detect white
(yellow) lane lines.

x

The vehicle speed is less than about
56 km/h (35 mph).

x

The turn signal lever is operated.

x

The accelerator pedal is depressed.

x

The steering wheel is operated.

x

The brake pedal is operated.

The function is temporarily stopped.

The LDWS stops functioning in the
following cases:

x

The temperature in the forward
sensing camera (FSC) is too high or
too low.

x

The windshield around the forward
sensing camera (FSC) is foggy.

x

The windshield around the forward
sensing camera (FSC) is blocked by
an obstruction, causing poor forward
visibility.

x

Strong light (such as sunlight, or
headlights (high-beam) of
on-coming vehicles) is directed at
the forward sensing camera (FSC).

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System malfunction

If there is a problem with the system,
the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol
(warning/risk avoidance support
system) (white) and the i-ACTIVSENSE
warning indication/warning light on
the multi-information display turns on
and a message is indicated.
Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE Status Symbol
(Warning/Risk Avoidance Support
System) on page 4-98.

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LDWS Warning

If the system determines that the
vehicle may deviate from its lane, a
warning (beep sound, steering wheel
vibration) is activated and the direction
in which the system determines that
the vehicle may deviate is indicated on
the multi-information display.

NOTE

x

The LDWS settings can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

x

You may not be able to hear the
LDWS warning sound depending on
the surrounding conditions such as
outside noise.

x

If you set the LDWS to vibrate the
steering wheel, you may not feel the
vibrations depending on the road
surface conditions.

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Canceling the System

The LDWS can be set to inoperable.

x

(If only the LDWS is turned off)

Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

x

(If the LDWS is turned off by
operating the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF
switch)

Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch
on page 4-100.

NOTE

If the ignition is switched OFF while
you have canceled the system using the
i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the system
is automatically enabled the next time
the ignition is switched ON. However,
if the system is canceled using the
personalization features, the system is
not automatically enabled.

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Blind Spot Monitoring

(BSM)

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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

The BSM is designed to assist the driver
in checking the area to the rear of the
vehicle on both sides during lane
changes by notifying the driver of the
presence of vehicles approaching from
the rear in an adjacent lane.

BSM operation

The BSM detects vehicles approaching
from the rear while traveling in the
forward direction at a speed of 10
km/h (6.3 mph) or faster and notifies
the driver by turning on the BSM
warning indicator light and displaying
the vehicle detection screen.
If the turn signal lever is operated to
signal a turn in the direction in which
the BSM warning indicator light is
illuminated while the approaching
vehicle is detected, the BSM notifies
the driver of possible danger flashing
on the BSM warning indicator light,
and by activating the warning sound
and the warning screen indicator
display.

The detection area on this system
covers the driving lanes on both sides
of the vehicle and from the rear part of
the front doors to about 50 m (164 ft)
behind the vehicle.

1. Your vehicle
2. Detection areas

WARNING

Always check the surrounding area
visually before making an actual lane
change:

The system is only designed to assist
you in checking for vehicles at your rear
when making a lane change. Due to
certain limitations with the operation
of this system, the BSM warning
indicator light, the warning sound and
the warning screen indicator display
may not activate or they might be
delayed even though a vehicle is in an
adjacent driving lane. Always make it
your responsibility as a driver to check
the rear.

NOTE

x

The BSM will operate when all of the
following conditions are met:

x

The ignition is switched ON.

x

The i-ACTIVSENSE warning
indication/warning light in the
instrument cluster is turned off.

x

The vehicle speed is about 10
km/h (6.3 mph) or faster.

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x

The BSM will not operate under the
following circumstances.

x

The vehicle speed falls below
about 10 km/h (6.3 mph) even
though the i-ACTIVSENSE warning
indication/warning light is turned
off.

x

The shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector lever
(automatic transmission) is shifted
to reverse (R) and the vehicle is
reversing.

x

The turning radius is small (making
a sharp turn, turning at
intersections).

x

In the following cases, the
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light turns on and operation
of the system is stopped. If the
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light remains illuminated,
have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.

x

Some problem with the system
including the BSM warning
indicator lights is detected.

x

A large deviation in the installation
position of a rear side radar sensor
on the vehicle has occurred.

x

There is a large accumulation of
snow or ice on the rear bumper
near a rear side radar sensor.
Remove any snow, ice or mud on
the rear bumper.

x

Driving on snow-covered roads for
long periods.

x

The temperature near the rear side
radar sensor becomes extremely
hot due to driving for long periods
on slopes during the summer.

x

The battery voltage has decreased.

x

Under the following conditions, the
rear side radar sensor cannot detect
target objects or it may be difficult to
detect them.

x

The rear bumper around the rear
side radar sensor is deformed.

x

Radio wave interference from a
radar sensor equipped on a nearby
vehicle.

x

The approaching vehicle is any of
the following shapes.
a) The size of the vehicle body is

extremely small.

b) The vehicle height is extremely

low or high.

c) A special type of vehicle with a

complex shape.

x

A vehicle is in the detection area at
the rear in an adjacent driving lane
but it does not approach. The BSM
determines the condition based on
radar detection data.

x

A vehicle is traveling alongside
your vehicle at nearly the same
speed for an extended period of
time.

x

Vehicles approaching in the
opposite direction.

x

A vehicle in an adjacent driving
lane is attempting to pass your
vehicle.

x

A vehicle is in an adjacent lane on
a road with extremely wide driving
lanes. The detection area of the
rear side radar sensor is set at the
road width of expressways.

x

In the following case, the flashing of
the BSM warning indicator light, and
the activation of the warning sound
and the warning screen indicator
display may not occur or they may be
delayed.

x

A vehicle makes a lane change
from a driving lane two lanes over
to an adjacent lane.

x

Driving on steep slopes.

x

Crossing the summit of a hill or
mountain pass.

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x

When there is a difference in the
height between your driving lane
and the adjacent lane.

x

Directly after the BSM system
becomes operable by changing the
setting.

x

If the road width is extremely
narrow, vehicles two lanes over may
be detected. The detection area of
the rear side radar sensor is set
according to the road width of
expressways.

x

The BSM warning indicator light may
turn on and the vehicle detection
screen may be displayed in the
display in reaction to stationary
objects (guardrails, tunnels,
sidewalls, and parked vehicles) on
the road or the roadside.

1. Objects such as guardrails and

concrete walls running alongside
the vehicle.

1. Places where the width between

guardrails or walls on each side of
the vehicle narrows.

1. The walls at the entrance and

exits of tunnels, turnouts.

x

A BSM warning indicator light may
flash or the warning beep may be
activated several times when making
a turn at a city intersection.

x

Turn off the BSM while pulling a
trailer or while an accessory such as a
bicycle carrier is installed to the rear
of the vehicle. Otherwise, the radar’s
radio waves will be blocked causing
the system to not operate normally.

x

In the following cases, it may be
difficult to view the illumination/
flashing of the BSM warning
indicator lights equipped on the
door mirrors.

x

Snow or ice is adhering to the door
mirrors.

x

The front door glass is fogged or
covered in snow, frost or dirt.

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x

The rear side radar sensor of the BSM
may be regulated under the radio
wave related laws of the country
where the vehicle is driven. If this
system is used abroad, it may be
necessary to turn off the system.
Refer to Rear Side Radar Sensor on
page 4-220.

x

The system switches to the Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) function
when the shift lever (manual
transmission) or the selector lever
(automatic transmission) is shifted to
the reverse (R) position.
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) on page 4-127.

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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Warning Indicator Lights/Display
Indicator/Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) Warning Beep

The BSM system notifies the driver of
the presence of vehicles in adjacent
lanes or at the rear of the vehicle using
the BSM warning indicator light, the
warning sound and the display
indicator while the systems are
operational.

BSM warning indicator lights

The BSM warning indicator lights are
equipped on the left and right door
mirrors. The warning indicator lights
turn on when a vehicle approaching
from the rear in an adjacent lane is
detected.

When the ignition is switched ON, the
warning indicator light turns on
momentarily and then turns off after a
few seconds.

Function for canceling illumination
dimmer

If the BSM warning indicator lights turn
on when the parking lights are turned
on, the brightness of the BSM warning
indicator lights is dimmed.
If the BSM warning indicator lights are
difficult to see due to glare from
surrounding brightness when traveling
on snow-covered roads or under foggy
conditions, press the dimmer
cancellation button to cancel the
dimmer and increase the brightness of
BSM warning indicator lights when
they turn on.
Refer to Dashboard Illumination on
page 4-24.

Display indicator

The detected approaching vehicle and
warning are displayed in the
multi-information display and active
driving display (vehicles with active
driving display).

Multi-information Display

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Active Driving Display (vehicles with
active driving display)

The detected direction is displayed
with a detection indicator (white)
when an approaching vehicle is
detected. In addition, if the turn signal
lever is operated to signal a lane
change while the vehicle is detected,
the display changes the color (amber)
of the warning indicator.

BSM warning beep

The BSM warning beep is activated
simultaneously with the flashing of a
BSM warning indicator light.

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Canceling Operation of Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM)

The BSM system can be set to
inoperable.

x

(If only the BSM is turned off)

Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

x

(If the BSM is turned off by
operating the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF
switch)

Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch
on page 4-100.

NOTE

If the ignition is switched OFF while
you have canceled the system using the
i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the system
is automatically enabled the next time
the ignition is switched ON. However,
if the system is canceled using the
personalization features, the system is
not automatically enabled.

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Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)

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Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)

The TSR helps prevent the driver from overlooking traffic signs, and provides support
for safer driving by displaying traffic signs on the active driving display/instrument
cluster which are recognized by the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or recorded in
the navigation system while the vehicle is driven.
The TSR displays the speed limit (including auxiliary signs), do not enter, and traffic
stop signs.
If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign indicated in the active driving
display/instrument cluster while the vehicle is driven, the system notifies the driver
using the indication in the active driving display/instrument cluster and a warning
sound.

Speed limit and do not enter signs

1. Sign recognized
2. Sign displayed
3. Active driving display indication

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4. Instrument cluster
5. Basic display
6. i-ACTIVSENSE display
7. Recognized speed limit indication color changes.

Stop sign

1. Sign recognized and displayed at same time
2. Active driving display indication
3. Instrument cluster

WARNING

Always check the traffic signs visually while driving:

The TSR helps prevent the driver from overlooking traffic signs and provides support
for safer driving. Depending on the weather conditions or problems with traffic
signs, a traffic sign may not be recognized or a traffic sign different from the actual
traffic sign may be displayed. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check
the actual traffic signs. Otherwise, it could result in an accident.

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NOTE

x

The TSR is not supported in some countries or regions. For information concerning
the supported countries or regions, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

x

The TSR operates only if the navigation system SD card (Mazda genuine) is
inserted in the SD card slot. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.

x

The TSR does not operate if there is a malfunction in the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC).

x

Under the following conditions, the TSR may not operate normally.

x

An object placed on the dashboard is reflected in the windshield and picked up
by the camera.

x

Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the
vehicle is tilted.

x

The tire pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.

x

Tires other than standard tires are equipped.

x

The vehicle is driven on the ramp and surrounding area to or from a rest area or
a tollgate on a highway.

x

When surrounding brightness suddenly changes such as when entering or exiting
a tunnel.

x

The illumination of the headlights is weakened because of dirt or the optical axis
is deviated.

x

The windshield is dirty or foggy.

x

The windshield and camera are fogged (water droplets).

x

Strong light is directed at the front of the vehicle (such as backlight or high-beam
headlights of on-coming vehicles).

x

The vehicle is making a sharp turn.

x

Strong light reflects off the road.

x

A traffic sign is in a position which makes it difficult to reflect the light from the
vehicle's headlights, such as when the vehicle is driven at night or in a tunnel.

x

The vehicle is driven under weather conditions such as rain, fog, or snow.

x

The stored map data for the navigation system is not current.

x

A traffic sign is obscured by mud or snow.

x

A traffic sign is concealed by trees or a vehicle.

x

A traffic sign is partially shaded.

x

A traffic sign is bent or warped.

x

A traffic sign is too low or too high.

x

A traffic sign is too bright or too dark (including electronic traffic signs).

x

A traffic sign is too big or too small.

x

There is an object similar to the traffic sign being read (such as another traffic
sign or other signs resembling it).

x

The TSR can be set to invisible on the active driving display.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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Traffic Sign Display Indication

The following traffic signs are displayed
on the active driving display/
instrument cluster.

Speed limit signs

Do not enter signs

Stop signs

NOTE
Speed limit signs

x

When the vehicle speed is about 1
km/h (0.6 mph) or faster, the speed
limit sign is displayed when any one
of the following conditions are met.

x

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
recognizes a speed limit sign as a
sign targeted for your vehicle and
the vehicle passes it.

x

The speed limit sign stored in the
navigation system is read.

x

In the following cases, display of the
speed limit sign stops.

x

Each sensor determines that the
vehicle has changed direction of
travel.

x

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
recognizes a new speed limit sign
which differs from the previous
one (displays the new speed limit
sign).

x

The speed limit sign stored in the
navigation system is not read
within a certain period of time (if
the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
does not recognize a speed limit
sign, the speed limit sign stored in
the navigation system is displayed).

x

The vehicle speed exceeds the
displayed speed limit sign by 30
km/h (19 mph) or more after a
certain period of time has elapsed
since the speed limit sign was
displayed. (Except when there is
information for the speed limit sign
in the navigation system)

Do not enter signs

x

A do not enter sign is displayed
when all of the following conditions
are met.

x

The vehicle speed is about 60
km/h (37 mph) or slower.

x

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
recognizes a do not enter sign as a
sign targeted for your vehicle and
the vehicle passes it.

x

When the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) recognizes the do not enter
sign and a certain period of time has
elapsed since the vehicle passed the
sign, display of the do not enter sign
stops.

Stop sign

x

A stop sign is displayed when all of
the following conditions are met:

x

The vehicle speed is about 65
km/h (40 mph) or slower.

x

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
recognizes a stop sign as a sign
targeted for your vehicle.

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x

When a certain period of time has
elapsed since the stop sign was
displayed, display of the stop sign
stops.

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Excessive Speed Warning

If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the active driving
display/instrument cluster, the area around the speed limit sign flashes in amber and
the warning sound is activated at the same time. If the vehicle speed continues to
exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on.
Check the surrounding conditions and adjust the vehicle speed to the legal speed
using the appropriate operation such as depressing the brake pedal.

1. Vehicle is doing 55 mph when 50 mph speed limit sign is recognized.
2. Vehicle continues to do 55 mph after 50 mph speed limit sign is recognized.
3. Active driving display indication
4. Instrument cluster

The excessive speed warning is initially set to inoperable. If you want to activate the
excessive speed warning, change the setting in the personalization features. In
addition, the warning pattern and the warning activation timing differ depending on
the setting contents.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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Speed Limit Sign Alert setting

x

Off: The excessive speed warning is not activated.

x

Visual: The area around the speed limit sign displayed in the display flashes in
amber, and if the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit
sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on.

x

Visual + Audible: The area around the speed limit sign displayed in the display
flashes in amber and the warning sound is activated at the same time. If the
vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication
stops flashing and remains on. The warning sound is activated continuously until
the vehicle speed decreases below the speed limit sign.

Speed Limit Sign Threshold setting

x

+ 0 km/h (+ 0 mph): If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in
the display, the excessive speed warning is activated.

x

+ 5 km/h (+ 3 mph): If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in
the display by 5 km/h (3 mph), the excessive speed warning is activated.

x

+ 10 km/h (+ 5 mph): If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed
in the display by 10 km/h (5 mph), the excessive speed warning is activated.

NOTE

x

In the following cases, the excessive speed warning stops operating.

x

The vehicle speed is less than the speed of the displayed speed limit sign. (If the
activation timing for the excessive speed warning is changed in the
personalization features, the excessive speed warning stops operating when the
vehicle speed is less than the changed vehicle speed.

x

A speed limit sign indication has been updated and the vehicle speed is lower
than the updated indication.

x

Display of the speed limit sign stops.

x

The warning indication is displayed at the same time the excessive speed warning
sound is activated if the vehicle speed exceeds the speed indicated on the speed
limit sign.
Refer to Excessive Speed Warning on page 7-48.

x

If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or data recorded in the navigation system
incorrectly recognizes the actual speed limit sign at a lower speed, the excessive
speed alarm is activated even if the vehicle is driven at the legal speed.

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Distance & Speed Alert

(DSA)

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Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

The DSA is a system which provides
advice for maintaining the appropriate
distance between vehicles and notifies
the driver of the recommended, safe
distance to maintain with a vehicle
ahead. The system measures the
distance between your vehicle and a
vehicle ahead while the vehicle speed
is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster. If
the distance between your vehicle and
a vehicle ahead is close, the system
alerts the driver of a possible collision
using an indication on the display.

WARNING

Do not rely completely on the DSA:

The ability of the system to detect a
vehicle ahead is limited depending on
the type of vehicle ahead, weather
conditions, or traffic conditions. In
addition, the system is not for
maintaining the distance between your
vehicle and a vehicle ahead. If you
neglect to operate the accelerator and
brake pedals correctly, it could lead to
an accident. Always check the safety of
the surrounding area and depress the
brake pedal or accelerator pedal while
keeping a safe distance from vehicles
ahead or on-coming vehicles.

Operation conditions

The DSA operates when the following
conditions are all met.

x

The ignition is switched ON.

x

The DSA is turned on.

x

The shift lever (manual transmission
vehicle) or the selector lever
(automatic transmission vehicle) is in
a position other than R.

x

The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h
(19 mph) or faster.

x

i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol
(warning/risk avoidance support
system) (green) is displayed.

NOTE

x

The objects which activate the
system are four-wheeled vehicles.

x

The DSA may also operate in the
presence of motorcycles and
bicycles.

x

The DSA may not operate normally
when the speed of a vehicle ahead is
too slow.

x

The system does not operate with
the following objects.

x

Vehicles approaching in the
opposite direction.

x

Stationary objects (stopped
vehicles, obstructions)

x

The DSA can be set to inoperable.

x

(If only the DSA is turned off)

Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

x

(If the DSA is turned off by
operating the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF
switch)

Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch
on page 4-100.

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